The Asian Age

Heating laptop? Save it with a cooling pad

Overheatin­g can damage its longevity, cause performanc­e issues, and, in extreme cases, a complete system failure

- AGE CORRESPOND­ENT

Does your laptop heat a lot while at usage? Well, do you know that overheatin­g can damage your laptops longevity and also the performanc­e and in the most extreme cases being the system failure. Ouch! Well that’s not the pain for system failure but the inability to use your laptop on your lap coz of the heat.

Ashish Mutneja, Director of Quantum Hi- Tech gives us tips on how to relax with these issues. with a cooling pad — it prevents overheatin­g but also lowers the operating temperatur­e of your laptop. However not all cooling pads serve your purpose, so before you buy one please do follow these simple guidelines:

Easy to Carry: The cooling pad should be lightweigh­t and also easy to carry. It should be compact enough to fit in your bag, but should be the size of the device to bring accurate results.

Plays the dual role: Ease the pain of the neck and also the fingers, as the Cooling Pad comes to your rescue, not only it cools your machine but also acts as a stand to your laptop, for easy usage.

USB Powered: Opt for a cooling pad which has the option of being USB powered so that if there is no power supply, the USB connected cooling pad can help your laptop to cool down.

Cooling Capacity: The most important aspect of a laptop cooler’s performanc­e is the amount of air it is capable of circulatin­g. Its simple — the more powerful and efficient a laptop cooler’s fans are, the more capable they are of effectivel­y cooling your laptop.

Quietness: Noise is another factor that is important to consider. Whether you’re spending time at work or play on your laptop, you don’t want any sounds to distract you from what you are doing. Fortunatel­y, most laptop coolers are quiet and average at basic sound levels.

Design: If you prefer to use your laptop at a desk, look for something with height adjustment for a comfortabl­e viewing angle. If you prefer to use your laptop in your lap or bed, you should find a laptop cooler with rounded edges and raised fans than won’t be obstructed by blankets or other uneven surfaces.

Lastly, it’s also important to consider the durability of a laptop cooler before you purchase it. The most durable options are made from tough plastic, rubber reinforcem­ents and often a metal mesh top panel. No matter what your needs are, you shall find a laptop cooler suiting your needs. So before you buy one don’t forget to make a checklist of things to look for.

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PHOTO: PIXABAY

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